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Isolation Brought Me Closer Despite Alzheimer’s

April 13, 2020 No Comments

SWEET VIDEO: Self-isolating with someone who has Alzheimer’s can be hard. See the wonderful thing Tommy is doing with his Nan.

A Priceless Support Group for Alzheimer’s Caregivers

January 21, 2020 No Comments

CAREGIVING VIDEO: Linda Rankin is an everyday hero. She leads an Alzheimer’s Care-partner support group. See why caregivers love it.

10 Insights into Duty, Burden & Alzheimer’s Caregiving

January 16, 2020 5 Comments

TEDx CARE VIDEO: Is caregiving an honor or a burden? A great call-of-duty or a heavy sense of obligation? Does it really matter? See research

What Alzheimer’s Can Teach Us About Love

September 25, 2019 1 Comment

BEAUTIFUL FILM SHORT: Teaching by doing is best. See how a teacher teaches love by giving to his mother with Alzheimer’s. Watch one of the

Life Can Be OK With Dementia

October 15, 2017 No Comments

NEWS VIDEO: See the Canadian Parliament give a standing ovation to The Honourable Lisa Raitt for how she lives life with husband Bruce, who has

“My Mom HAS Won”: Pat Summitt Alzheimer’s Clinic Opens

January 30, 2017 No Comments

VIDEO: When record-setting coach Pat Summitt was first diagnosed, she turned to her son Tyler and said, “I want to win. I want to beat

Hey, Honey, I Forgot I Have Alzheimer’s!

July 27, 2016 4 Comments

INSPIRING VIDEO: B. Smith’s versatile career spans decades. It includes modeling, owning popular restaurants and hosting her own TV show. After receiving a heartbreaking diagnosis

Formidable Rosette Dances Her Dementia Away

May 10, 2015 No Comments

MUSIC VIDEO: Watch “Formidable Rosette”, a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother dancing to forget dementia.

Checking in on the Pat Summitt Clinic’s Progress

March 8, 2015 No Comments

VIDEO & ARTICLE: While battling dementia, the most successful basketball coach in history opened the Pat Summitt Alzheimer’s Clinic. See how it’s becoming a huge

“You Can Still Live a Really Productive Life for a Pretty Good While.”

February 15, 2015 No Comments

VIDEO: See Glen Campbell’s wife, Kim, discuss the powerful message of her husband’s inspiring Alzheimer’s film, “I’ll Be Me”. The movie follows his extraordinary 151-city

Art Gives Fun and Meaning To Alzheimer’s Patients

February 25, 2026

The brush strokes are precise, the colors vibrant. See a Colorado art program help patients rise above dementia, while the paintings raise money for The Alzheimer’s Association.

Cuddly Robotic Pet Boosts Mood in Dementia

February 25, 2026

Researchers in Florida find that robotic pet cats improve mood, behavior and cognition in older adults with mild to moderate dementia. Find out more.

How Physical Activity Turns Back the Brain’s Clock

February 24, 2026

The protein BDNF builds synapses in the human brain, nurturing brain cells and fighting off dementia. While there is no artificial way of boosting it, social and cognitive activity can.

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Common Alzheimer’s Medications Slow Cognitive Decline

Swedish researchers find that cholinesterase inhibitors provide cognitive benefits and reduce mortality for up to five years after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. One medication significantly reduced the risk of developing severe dementia.

A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia

Researchers find optimistic people contribute to the health of their partners, staving off risk factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias and cognitive decline as they grow old together.

Adding Meaningfully Beautiful Moments to Dementia

Bringing art and creativity into elder care settings helps families reconnect with loved ones who have dementia. In this moving talk, Anne Bastings shares how.

When Hurricanes Threaten Dementia

When a hurricane hits Florida — or anywhere that has a very large population of people with dementia, there are special preparations that should be made by those living with dementia. Check these dementia-in-a-storm readiness lists.